Neuroscience
Owls see as humans do
A study of barn owls published in JNeurosci suggests the visual systems of humans and birds may be more similar than previously thought.
Jul 2, 2018
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News tagged with owls
Genetics
Genetic makeup of 'roommate' impacts health
Researchers at the European Bioinformatics Institute (EMBL-EBI) have shown that the health of individual mice is influenced by the genetic makeup of their partners. Their findings, published in PLOS Genetics, indicate that ...
Jan 25, 2017
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Health
Is your teen a night owl? Their sleep pattern could shape their brain and behavior years later
It's 11 pm on a weeknight and your teenager still has their bedroom light on. You want them to get enough sleep for school the next day, but it's a struggle.
Nov 4, 2022
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Pediatrics
Poor self-regulation in teens associated with circadian rhythms and daytime sleepiness
Chronic insufficient sleep is at epidemic levels in U.S. teens and has been associated with depression, substance use, accidents, and academic failure. Poor self-regulation or an inability to alter thinking, emotions, and ...
Nov 3, 2016
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Health
Alcohol and smoking to blame for premature deaths among night owls, 37-year study suggests
Staying up late at night has little impact on how long 'night owls' live, according to new research published in the peer-reviewed journal Chronobiology International.
Jun 16, 2023
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Neuroscience
In university basement, bats and owls offer clues into brain function
What can we learn about attention by studying bats and owls? In one corner of the basement of Ames Hall at the Johns Hopkins University, Cynthia Moss opened the door of a room where about a dozen Egyptian fruit bats dozed ...
Feb 21, 2015
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Vaping worsens sleep quality and the mental health of young people, suggests study
Vape use significantly impacts the sleep quality and anxiety levels of young adults, suggests a new study from the University of Surrey published in the journal Healthcare. Mindfulness was also found to help reduce the risk ...
Mar 5, 2024
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Psychology & Psychiatry
How your internal clock plays a key role in optimizing mental performance
Whether you are an early bird or a night owl, your internal clock plays a critical role in maximizing your mental performance, according to a recent Baycrest study. This effect is so strong that it can significantly impact ...
Sep 26, 2023
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Health
Online learning doesn't improve student sleep habits, research suggests
New research from Simon Fraser University suggests that students learning remotely become night owls but do not sleep more despite the time saved commuting, working or attending social events.
May 6, 2021
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